Research Scientist - Formulation Development

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Professional development

Modern lab facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Research Scientist with expertise in Formulation Development to join our client’s laboratory-based R&D team in Mahikeng, South Africa. The role focuses on designing, developing, and optimizing stable formulations for new products.

You will work with cross-functional teams to translate scientific concepts into high-quality products, apply physical chemistry knowledge, and contribute to rigorous formulation science and process scale-up.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field with a focus on formulation.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on formulation development experience in a research or industrial setting.
• Strong knowledge of formulation principles, excipients, and drug delivery systems.
• Proficiency in analytical techniques used for characterizing formulations (e.g., spectroscopy, chromatography, particle size analysis).

Responsibilities

• Design and develop novel formulations for diverse product applications, optimizing for stability, efficacy, and manufacturability.
• Conduct experimental studies to evaluate the physical and chemical properties of formulations using various analytical techniques.
• Perform stability testing and shelf-life assessments under various conditions.
• Investigate and troubleshoot formulation-related issues during product development and scale-up.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality assurance teams to ensure smooth technology transfer.
• Document all formulation development activities, results, and specifications meticulously.

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field with a focus on formulation

Formulation development

Analytical techniques (spectroscopy, chromatography, particle size)

Scale-up knowledge

Documentation & record-keeping

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Research Scientist with expertise in Formulation Development to join their laboratory-based R&D team in Mahikeng , South Africa. This critical role focuses on designing, developing, and optimizing stable and effective formulations for new products. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to translate scientific concepts into tangible, high-quality products. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of physical chemistry, material properties, and formulation techniques, combined with practical laboratory skills and a commitment to rigorous scientific methodology. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to product innovation in a dedicated research and development setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop novel formulations for diverse product applications, optimizing for stability, efficacy, and manufacturability.
• Conduct experimental studies to evaluate the physical and chemical properties of formulations using various analytical techniques.
• Perform stability testing and shelf-life assessments under various conditions.
• Investigate and troubleshoot formulation-related issues during product development and scale-up.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality assurance teams to ensure smooth technology transfer.
• Document all formulation development activities, results, and specifications meticulously.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with a focus on formulation.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in formulation development in a research or industrial setting.
• Strong knowledge of formulation principles, excipients, and drug delivery systems.
• Proficiency in analytical techniques used for characterizing formulations (e.g., spectroscopy, chromatography, particle size analysis).
• Experience with scale-up processes and manufacturing considerations is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills, meticulous record-keeping, and strong communication abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training in formulation science.
• Access to modern laboratory facilities and formulation development equipment in Mahikeng .
• A supportive and collaborative team environment focused on innovation and product excellence.